Here are your rights when towing your vehicle in Ontario

Residents in Ontario have their own rights when it comes to towing their vehicles, according to the province’s Towing and Storage Safety and Enforcement Act (TSSEA).

As of January, Ontario has new TSSEA rules. Here’s a list of some of these rules:

“Be aware of the risks associated with allowing tow truck operators to provide you with roadside assistance,” CAA said on its website.

CAA adds that choosing a certified company to handle the towing helps alleviate the stress associated with using the wrong tactics to tow the vehicle.

More information is available online.